"(A social worker) said, 'I never want you to forget you are worthwhile,'" he told the group.

Years later, while working at a newspaper office, Danzig said his manager ignited another spark.

"'I've been the office manager 15 years, and I believe you are full of promise,' (she said.) And in that moment, she gave me permission to have ambition," he said.

Danzig became one of America's most successful men in business. His accomplishments are a story in itself. But with each speech across the country, Danzig takes time for children like he once was and like 17-year-old Nick, who is overcoming challenges beyond his years.

"Being taken out of my mom and dad's home, while I was out of the home, my parents got divorced, and recently my family moved to Florida," said Nick, a student at Boystown.

Nick now looks to his future, dreaming of serving in the military and raising a family.

"It really puts those dreams into perspective for me, that if I put my heart toward something, I can get there," he said.

"I had no idea that I'd have the privilege of impacting other peoples' lives," Danzig said.